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Hearing the voices and stories of those living with endometriosis is a powerful way to build community awareness, reduce stigma and misunderstandings, connect with others experiencing the condition and help others feel less alone.
In this episode, we are joined by multi-media professional and experienced television presenter Julie Snook as she shares her personal journey of endometriosis, experience since her teenage years. Julie shares with us the impact of her 13 surgeries, the impact a supportive workplace can have, and why it is vital to share your experiences and build a village of support.
Tune into this episode and the rest of the season to find out more and feel more empowered about your own health and wellbeing.
Hosts and Guests
- Connect - https://www.moira.org.au/connect/
- Julie Snook - https://endometriosisaustralia.org/our-people/ambassadors/julie-snook/
Julie’s recommendations
- EndoThrive Workplace Accreditation Program - https://endometriosisaustralia.org/our-work/endo-at-work-program/endothrive-workplace-support-endometriosis/
Key resources
Endo Help - https://endohelp.com.au/
Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinics (government-funded) - https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/endometriosis-and-pelvic-pain-clinics?language=en
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health - https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/
QENDO - https://www.qendo.org.au/
Gender-affirming services and resources
Although the podcast refers to ‘women’, Connect acknowledges that those experiencing pelvic pain and associated conditions are part of a diverse community with various identities. For resources designed for those who are gender-diverse and experiencing pelvic pain please refer to:
- Endometriosis Coalition - https://www.acendo.com.au/gender-diverse-people-endometriosis
- Endometriosis WA - https://www.endometriosiswa.org.au/im-seeking-support/endometriosis-and-gender-diversity/
- Thorne Harbour Health - https://thorneharbour.org/services/
